Contrary to popular belief, good writers are made, not just born. You don’t have to be the child of literary geniuses to write powerfully--you only need to learn the right strategies. In 265 Troubleshooting Strategies for Writers, seasoned writing instructor Barbara Fine Clouse shows you how.

Clouse breaks down the process of writing any piece of nonfiction--from the creative personal essay to the business letter--into four tasks: prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing. With her friendly style, she leads you through each step, providing you with surefire problem-solving strategies and time-savers.

Loaded with proven techniques for breaking through writer’s block, powerful strategies for generating fresh ideas, and abundant tips and tricks, this guide will help you:

Uncover five myths about writing that are probably holding you back
Break through writer’s block
Discover ideas for your writing
Organize your ideas effectively
Express yourself with precision and style
Polish your editing skills to clean up common style and grammar errors
Discover your own personal writing process
Pinpointing the challenges that arise at every stage of writing, this book gives you the tools you need to tackle any problem--from the blank page all the way to the finished product